Big Lagoon State Park
This coastal park sits on the northern shoreline of its namesake, Big Lagoon, which separates the mainland from Perdido Key and the Gulf of Mexico. Natural communities, ranging from saltwater marshes to pine flatwoods, attract a wide variety of birds, especially during the spring and fall migrations. Beaches, shallow bays, nature trails, and open woodlands offer splendid opportunities for nature study. The park also beckons visitors with opportunities for camping, swimming, fishing, boating, canoeing, and hiking. Crabbing in the shallow waters of Big Lagoon is a popular activity as well. The West Beach picnic area, shaded by pines and oaks, is just the place to enjoy a relaxing meal. Located on County Road 292A, 10 miles southwest of Pensacola.
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Fishing
The fish of the Florida Panhandle & Alabama Gulf Coast
Speckled Trout: known as speck, specks or trout. A year round catch. One of the most sought after ultra light fishing experiences!
Red Fish: known as bull redfish, bull red fish, red drum, red, and drum. Light tackle fishing at its finest!
Blue Fish: known as bluefish. The piranha of the sea! Great on light tackle.
Gag Grouper: known as Gag Grouper. One of the tastiest fish in the sea!
Spanish Mackeral: known as Spanish. Great on ultra light.
Black Drum: Kin to the redfish and fights as hard!
Flounder: Year round fish and great tasting! They can be caught on hook or by flounder gigging or gigging.
Pompano: The silver dollars of the Emerald Coast! Often called the "Blue Ghost". Ultralight and sight fishing at its finest!
Whatever type of fishing you choose, Perdido Key can accommodate your every desire from offshore trolling for the awesome Blue Marlin, Wahoo, Tuna, and Dolphin, to bottom fishing for the hard fighting Grouper, Amberjack, and the always-delicious Red Snapper.
Check with the Dockmaster for updates on where to catch the big ones!
